Overview
Australia is very strict about ensuring the safety of citizens of their country. Hence,as per Australian Government, to enter the country, most nationals need a permit called Australian Visa.
Since there is no visa on arrival,Indian nationals who plan to visit or move to Australia must first obtain a visa. Australia has different types of visas. The Australian Visa is linked to your passport on approval. As a result, a stamp on the passport is not required.
A few crucial things to note:
- The eligibility requirements for an Australian visa are dependent on the purpose, nature and duration of your visit
- The processing time for an Australian visa may take up to 25 working days, in a normal situation.
- In some cases, this period may be extended up to 88 days. Processing times can vary for a range of reasons and case-to-case basis.
Types of Visas for Australia
- Tourist visa -Those who wish to visit Australia for Holiday or to meet Family and Friends can apply for an AustralianTourist Visa.
- Business Visa–Thosewho wish toattend a conference or a business meet can apply for a Business Visa for Australia.
- Student Visa–A student seeking higher education in Australianeed to apply for aStudent Visa in Australia.
- Employment Visa –With an Employment Visa in Australia, one would seekpermission to take a job in Australia.
People who can Apply for an Australian Visa
Tourist:
People travelling to Australia for holiday, recreation or to visit family/ friends can apply for an Australian visa.
Business Visitor:
People travelling to Australia for a short or long business tour can apply for an Australian Visa. This too includes attending a meeting, conference or negotiation.
Student:
A student is permitted tolive, work and study in Australia for a maximum of five years, in line withhis/her course. For this, he/she must apply for a student visa in Australia.
With this visa, the student is allowedup to 40 hours per fortnight during the tenure and unlimited hours during study breaks.
Employer/Employee:
People who wish to work in Australiawill be required a working visa. Temporary worker visas are for people who want to enter Australia for a short-term employment.
Right Time to Apply for an Australian Visa
Here is everything for you as to when exactly you can apply for an Australian visa:
Recreation/Family Visit:
People travelling to Australia for a family occasion or a vacation should apply for a visa as early as 4 months prior to their departure date.
Business Conference/BusinessTour
People who wish to travel to Australiafor a business conference must receive the invitation letter from Australian counterpart for being eligible to get a Business Visa.
Business owners or those having a rich business history can always obtain a sponsorship from the Australian or Territory government.
Studies:
Students enrolled in a full-time study course can apply for a visa under Subclass 500
124 days prior to the commencement of the course, one can apply for a student visa
Also, one can travel to Australia 90 days before the course starts
If you have any dependents, they can apply for the same Subclass 500 visa
Employment:
People who wish to get employed in Australia must have a SkilledVisa. For this, the requirements are:
Applicant must be below 45 years
He/she would be nominated for a skilled position as per ability by an approved sponsor
Must know English language